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Dogs Golden Retriever
FamilyApartmentBeginner The Golden Retriever is a large, friendly and highly trainable breed that originated on a Scottish estate in the 19th century, bred to softly retrieve shot wat… 10 – 12 yrsLarge -
Dogs Italian Greyhound
FamilyApartment The Italian Greyhound is a miniature sighthound breed from Italy, built for short bursts of speed and equipped with exceptionally fine bones that make leg frac… 12 – 15 yrsSmall -
Dogs Cavapoo
FamilyApartmentBeginner The Cavapoo (Cavoodle) is a cross between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a toy or miniature Poodle – a soft, teddy-like small dog with an exceptionally … 12 – 15 yrsSmall -
Parrots Green-cheeked Conure
Active The Green-cheeked Conure (Pyrrhura molinae) is a small, playful South American parrot regarded as one of the quieter conures, popular for its rich range of col… 15 – 25 yrsSmall -
Parrots Conure
Active The conure (Arantiga) is a common name for colorful, medium-small parrots from the genera Aratinga and Pyrrhura, native to tropical regions of Central and Sout… 15 – 30 yrsSmall -
Parrots Rosella
Active A vividly colored Australian parrot from the genus Platycercus, popular for its contrasting plumage but noticeably independent and less cuddly than many other … 15 – 25 yrsMedium -
Dogs Lagotto Romagnolo
FamilyApartmentBeginner The Lagotto Romagnolo is a curly-coated Italian breed from the wetlands of Romagna, the only breed in the world bred specifically to hunt truffles. Its coat do… 14 – 17 yrsMedium -
Rabbits Netherland Dwarf
The Netherland Dwarf is one of the smallest rabbit breeds in the world – a tiny, curious and energetic animal with notably large eyes and short ears. Its cute … 7 – 10 yrsSmall -
Dogs Papillon
FamilyApartmentBeginner The Papillon is a small French-Belgian companion breed, best known for its large, upright ears shaped like butterfly wings, which gave the breed its name. Desp… 13 – 16 yrsSmall -
Rabbits Lionhead
The Lionhead rabbit is a small breed known for the woolly "mane" around its head and neck, caused by a single dominant gene mutation first noticed in Belgium a… 7 – 9 yrsSmall -
Rabbits Mini Lop
The Mini Lop is a rabbit breed with a short, compact body and distinctive lopped ears, officially recognised by the British Rabbit Council in 1994 under the na… 8 – 12 yrsMedium -
Parrots Budgerigar
BeginnerActive The budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) is a small parrot native to the arid interior of Australia and, since the mid-1800s, one of the most thoroughly domest… 8 – 15 yrsSmall -
Cats Scottish Fold
Apartment The Scottish Fold is a medium-sized cat known for its round, "owl-like" face and ears that fold forward and down, the result of a dominant cartilage-affecting … 11 – 15 yrsMedium -
Parrots Pionus Parrot
Pionus Parrot is the common name for the genus Pionus, comprising around eight species of small-to-medium parrots native to Central and South America, known fo… 25 – 40 yrsSmall -
Parrots Lovebird
Active Agapornis is a genus of nine small African parrot species, but in the pet trade the name almost always refers to the peach-faced lovebird (Agapornis roseicolli… 10 – 20 yrsSmall -
Parrots Indian Ringneck
Active The Indian Ringneck is a bright, loud and remarkably talkative medium-sized parrot from the Asian subspecies of the Rose-ringed Parakeet, recognisable by the n… 20 – 30 yrsMedium -
Dogs Bichon Frise
FamilyApartmentBeginner The Bichon Frise is a small, cheerful breed of Franco-Belgian origin with a dense curly white coat, known for its strong bond with people and friendly nature. … 14 – 15 yrsSmall -
Terrarium animals Leopard Gecko
Beginner The leopard gecko is one of the most recommended reptiles for beginners – calm, tolerant of handling, and it doesn't grow too large (roughly 18–25 cm, 50–80 g)… 15 – 20 yrsMini -
Dogs Labradoodle
FamilyApartmentBeginner The Labradoodle is a Labrador–Poodle cross combining the former's friendliness with the latter's brains and lower-shedding coat. It is a cheerful, sociable, tr… 12 – 14 yrsMedium -
Cats Russian Blue
Apartment The Russian Blue is a medium-sized Russian breed known for its short, dense double coat in an even blue-grey shade tipped with silver, giving it a shimmering s… 15 – 20 yrsMedium -
Dogs Chihuahua
FamilyApartment The Chihuahua is the world's smallest recognized dog breed, native to Mexico, typically weighing just 1.5 to 3 kg. Despite its tiny frame, it is a confident, i… 12 – 18 yrsSmall -
Cats Oriental Shorthair
ApartmentActive The Oriental Shorthair is a sleek, green-eyed cousin of the Siamese, bred in Britain and the United States to carry the same slender body type in an almost unl… 12 – 15 yrsMedium -
Parrots Cockatiel
BeginnerActive The cockatiel is a small, social Australian parrot known for its mobile crest of feathers, widely considered one of the best beginner parrot species. 12 – 20 yrsSmall -
Dogs Whippet
FamilyApartmentActive The Whippet is a slender, medium-sized English sighthound known as the world's second-fastest dog breed, yet surprisingly calm and affectionate as a family com… 12 – 15 yrsMedium
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Load moreHow to choose the right pet or breed
Do not choose by appearance alone. Temperament, size, activity level and daily care needs matter just as much.
Think about how much time you can spend on grooming, training, play and companionship. Beginners often do best with breeds whose needs are clear and manageable.
Be careful with broad health claims: some breeds may be more prone to certain issues, so speak with a veterinarian or a responsible breeder.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right breed?
Start with your lifestyle: space, time, experience, preferred activity level and grooming commitment.
Which pet is suitable for beginners?
Beginners often do better with pets that have clear needs, a stable temperament and manageable care.
Is size the most important factor?
No. Size matters, but temperament, activity level, grooming needs and suitability for your home are just as important.
What can I find on Živalce?
A breed and species encyclopedia in Slovenian, Croatian and English, editorial care and nutrition advice with cited sources, six directories — vets, grooming salons, dog schools, hotels and boarding, shelters and breeders — the “Which pet is right for me?” quiz and a search across the whole site. A free account adds a Corner for your own animals.
Is the health content veterinary advice?
No. The content is informational and prepared under our editorial policy with sources; it does not replace an examination or treatment by a veterinarian. If your animal has a health problem, see a vet — immediately in an emergency.
How do I list my business (vet, salon, dog school, hotel, shelter, breeder) in a directory?
Through the application form of each of the six directories. Listing is free and the editors review it before publication; once claimed, you edit your listing from your account, and you can request a change or removal at any time through the contact form as well.
What does a user account give me?
In My Pets you add profiles of your animals with a photo, keep a care journal, record weight and set reminders. The records are private and visible only to you; you can delete the account at any time.